Charter Elementary Schools in New Jersey
New Jersey has 76 public charter schools offering elementary grades (K–5) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 37 cities.
- Charter elementary schools
- 76
- Students at these schools
- 60,606
- Median students per teacher
- 14.4
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 76 of 76 schools; student–teacher ratios for 76; format for 76. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter elementary schools in New Jersey by city
Newark14
- Discovery Charter School · 4–8
- Great Oaks Legacy Charter School · Pre-K–12
- Link Community Charter School · K–8
- Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School · K–8
- Marion P. Thomas Charter School · Pre-K–12
- New Horizons Community Charter School · K–8
- Newark Educators Community Charter School · Pre-K–4
- North Star Academy Charter School · K–12
- People's Achieve Community Charter School · K–12
- Philip's Academy Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Robert Treat Academy Charter School · K–8
- Roseville Community Charter School · K–4
- TEAM Academy Charter School · K–12
- The Gray Charter School · K–8
Jersey City9
- BelovED Community Charter School · K–12
- Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School · K–8
- Empowerment Academy Charter School · K–10
- Jersey City Community Charter School · K–8
- Jersey City Global Charter School · K–8
- Jersey City Golden Door Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Learning Community Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Soaring Heights Charter School · K–8
- The Ethical Community Charter School · Pre-K–8
East Orange2
Somerset2
Vineland2
- Compass Academy Charter School · Pre-K–5
- Vineland Public Charter School · Pre-K–8
Asbury Park1
Bridgeton1
Clifton1
East Brunswick1
Egg Harbor Township1
Elmer1
Englewood1
Frelinghuysen1
Galloway1
Garfield1
Hamilton1
- McCorristin Charter School · K–12
Hamilton Twp1
Irvington1
Kearny1
Lakewood1
Millville1
Morristown1
- Unity Charter School · K–8
Neptune1
New Brunswick1
Passaic1
Perth Amboy1
Princeton1
- Princeton Charter School · K–8
Red Bank1
- Red Bank Charter School · Pre-K–8
Roebling1
Teaneck1
Willingboro1
Woodland1
- John P. Holland Charter School · Pre-K–8
About this New Jersey elementary school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps K–5, so a K–8 or K–12 school can appear on more than one grade-level list. This factual list does not rank school quality or show current seat availability. Confirm grades, programs, and admissions directly with each school.
Charter elementary schools in New Jersey: common questions
How many charter elementary schools are in New Jersey?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 76 open public charter schools in New Jersey offering at least one grade from K–5, located in 37 cities.
How do I find charter elementary schools near me in New Jersey?
Browse the city groups on this page, or use the school search with your location, city, or ZIP code and the elementary grade-level filter.
Are charter elementary schools in New Jersey free?
Charter schools are public schools, so they do not charge tuition for public K–12 grades. Some schools may charge fees for items such as uniforms, activities, or before- and after-school care, so confirm costs with each school.
Are there online charter elementary schools in New Jersey?
No charter schools offering elementary grades in New Jersey report a virtual format in the 2024–25 federal data. Confirm current options with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter elementary schools in New Jersey?
No. This directory does not rank schools or accept paid placement. Compare the reported facts, then confirm programs, admissions, and current performance information directly with each school.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2024–25 school year. How this data works.